You can save yourself a bit of money and keep your hunger at bay in case you have a delayed flight.

7. Create compartments.

Two words: packing cube. If you are visiting more than one city during your trip, packing cubes will keep your suitcase organized and save you from having to pack and unpack.

8. Share your packing space.

Traveling as a couple? Split your clothes between two suitcases on the off chance one of them gets lost during the flight.

9. Bring a multi-socket extension cord.

Although newer hotels have USB ports in rooms, it’s best to have an extra outlet to charge all of your electronics at once.

10. Make photocopies before leaving home.

If you’re traveling out of the country, make two photocopies of your passport. Use your smartphone to take pictures of your car in the airport’s parking garage and do the same for your luggage and its contents in case it gets lost.

11. Wear old t-shirts, pants, underwear, and socks and throw them away on the trip after you wear them.

That way your luggage is lighter and you have room to purchase items on your trip.

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